Did You Know?
There are 100 staircases, more than 1,000 rooms and three miles of passages in the Houses of Parliament.
Key Information
Qualification
A-Level
Duration
Two Year Course
Examination Board
Edexcel
READING LIST
"Politics is a dynamic, engaging, and thought-provoking subject. The teachers make learning enjoyable, and my favourite part of studying politics is its ability to relate to real life through human rights, democracy, conflicts, and power" - Tian Liu, Cockburn School
Key Employability Skills | ||
| Social Influence | Critical Analysis | Reasoning |
Qualification
A-level
Assessment
100% Exam
What do I need to study this course?
You will need a grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language, and an interest in, and some knowledge of, current affairs and politics.
What will I study?
A-level Politics will develop your knowledge and informed understanding of contemporary political structures and issues in their historical context. You will study politics in the United Kingdom as well as global politics and political ideology. You will gain a critical awareness of the changing nature of politics and the relationships between political ideas, institutions and processes.
What next?
Many of our students move on to study a degree in politics or international studies at prestigious universities including the London School of Economics, Cambridge, Durham, Sheffield and York. Politics students often go into Journalism, Business, Law, the Civil Service, and Teaching. They may also work for political parties, charities, and NGOs.
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